Vine Stories: Lavaux & Lutry wine walk





Description
The UNESCO Lavaux region is a site to behold. Dating back more than 1000 years, the region is renowned for not only its panoramic views of Lake Geneva but also its sought after wines. In this easy and fascinating walking tour**, you will discover the many stories, cultures and history of this region and sample wines from local winemakers. Hosted by Marc, a certified UNESCO World Heritage Guide, wine educator/sommelier and journalist, he will share many stories from amongst the vines. He will also discuss the art of wine-tasting and appreciation, whilst you uncover the enigma of Swiss wine. You'll leave with many memories of this iconic region. **For private/tailored or group tour enquiries up to 24 people, please reach out directly to operator Drink Moi.
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Itinerary
Our easy wine hike meanders through the vineyards of western Lavaux region. You'll visit and hear stories of the region and stop off for hosted wine-tastings in unique locales.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This is a family friendly experience but if you have young children, do reach out to us.
- The walk is approx 3 km (1.8 miles), comfortable walking shoes, bottled water and sunblock/hat are advised are advised.
- Under Swiss Law anyone 16 and over can take part in wine tasting activities
Reviews(76)
We had an awesome time in the Lavaux vineyard area. Marc was an excellent tour guide. He was very informative, friendly, & entertaining. We went to two vineyards, enjoyed some amazing wines & a delicious charcuterie board. In the future Viator should offer a lunch or dinner with wine pairing.
We had an exceptional wine tour experience and cannot recommend our guide, Marc, highly enough. From the very beginning, communication was seamless—clear instructions were provided on exactly which train to take, making the journey stress-free and easy to navigate. Marc’s knowledge was truly impressive. He shared deep insights into the region, the unique characteristics of the soil, and the nuances of Swiss wines, which made every tasting far more meaningful. It was clear in the way Marc spoke that he is passionate and highly experienced, and he conveyed information in a way that was both engaging and accessible- including visuals! The experience was also thoughtfully tailored to us. As vegans, we were especially appreciative of the care taken to adapt the meal to our needs without compromising on quality or enjoyment. The tour lasted nearly four hours, yet it flew by—we were so immersed that we genuinely wished we could have continued visiting more wineries, tasting more wines, and learning even more. Overall, this was a standout experience that we would highly recommend Marc and his tour to anyone looking to explore Swiss wine culture in depth.
WOW WOW WOW! Who knew Swiss wine was so good and Swiss vineyards were so spectacular!! Marc, our guide completely converted us to the Lavaux region, with an extremely knowledge stroll via spectacular vineyards, culminating an a musical cellar tour. We booked this as a family (3 generations) and found it suitable for all of us, with the terrain mostly flat, but with sweeping views of Lac Leman. We've booked wine tours all over Europe, from Champagne to Bordeaux and would hands down say this is the best we've ever done - fantastic wines and hospitality, interesting facts and completely unpretentious. A must book if you are visiting Switzerland.
The wine, food, and discussions were excellent. Great communicator and extremely knowledgeable about food, wine, and the Lavaux region specifically. Highly recommend.
Marc was amazing. There was a group celebrating a birthday that booked the same day as our tour. He moved them to a different day so that he could give attention to us. He is very knowledgeable about wine and made the tour fun and interesting! Highly recommend his tour!!
This was an absolutely brilliant experience led by a fun, knowledgeable and caring guide, Marc. The private vineyards we visited were welcoming, the wines wonderful and surprising and the views spectacular.
This was a great experience - Marc is so personable, entertaining, and incredibly knowledgeable about wine-making. Definitely recommend this tour!
This wine tour with Marc was so wonderful. Lavaux is absolutely stunning. Marc made this experience so fun and educational. He has a fascinating background and is unofficially the Mayor of Lavaux. He challenged us and taught us a lot about Swiss wine. Thank you Marc - we loved the wine walk!
We had a fantastic time exploring the UNESCO heritage terraces of Lavaux with Marc. He is incredibly knowledgeable and brought the region to life with fantastic stories about how the terraces and Chasselas wine came about. We had two completely different winery stops he curated: one paired with a delicious local charcuterie board, and the second with incredible Swiss chocolates. It was the perfect way to experience the distinct personalities of the local wines. Marc walked us through each pour beautifully, helping us really appreciate the distinct personalities of each wine while keeping the vibe completely relaxed, fun, and engaging. Thank you, Marc, for your incredible hospitality and a truly memorable afternoon. Highly recommended!
Take in not only the delicious Swiss wine but also the Breathtaking views. Marc -guide- is not only the oracle of wine making but also energetic, fun and kind. Truly a perfect way to spent an afternoon.



